Making Disciples for Life

‘Making Disciples for Life’

Making Disciples for Life, the triennial mission and ministry emphasis of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, is a partnership between individuals, congregations, districts and the Synod to evangelize the lost, retain the faithful, strengthen congregations, and plant churches and schools.

First adopted at the 2019 convention and reaffirmed at the 2023 convention, Making Disciples for Life will continue to serve our Synod for the 2023–26 triennium. The Synod encourages all LCMS districts, congregations and schools to ground their local mission and ministry upon this emphasis, making disciples for life to the glory of God and for the extension of Christ’s kingdom.

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